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11 Amazing health benefits of avocado leaves

October 09, 2023 -

But aside from the fruit, the leaves of the avocado plant also have much to offer health-wise. According to a study published in the journal Molecules, avocado leaves contain an abundance of bioactive compounds with many health-supporting and medicinal properties. In fact, avocado leaves have been used for centuries as a traditional medicine for a wide variety of ailments.

After analyzing the chemical components of avocado leaves from Mexican cultivars, the researchers ...

San Francisco dumping massive amounts of sewage in the bay, warn environmental advocates

a month ago -

San Francisco Baykeeper says it is filing a lawsuit against both the San Francisco Public Utility Commission (SFPUC) and the city itself after learning that raw sewage and trash-filled runoff is flooding the bay every time there is a heavy rainstorm.

The watchdog organization conducted its own investigation to discover that San Francisco and its public utility commission violated hundreds of Clean Water Act provisions over the past five winters, including with the dumping ...

8 Natural ways to keep mosquitoes at bay

July 26, 2023 -

Use mosquito nets

Invest in a good-quality, super-fine mesh, machine-washable, lightweight mosquito net that you can hang to surround your bed at night or bring with you on your outdoor adventures. Some designs have an opening that overlaps to close so you don't need to crawl underneath the net.

Mosquito nets offer effective protection while you sleep against bites from mosquitoes and other bugs that may carry diseases.Use fans

Mosquitoes aren't strong fliers because ...

Zelensky organizes Peace Summit in Switzerland – but leaves Russia out of the picture

January 17, 2024 -

Swiss President Viola Amherd revealed the development during a press conference, telling members of the media: "I confirmed that Switzerland is ready to organize the conference. We agreed that the details of the further approach will be looked into in depth in order to make this peace process a success."

"We are open to all countries that respect our sovereignty and territorial integrity at the peace summit," Zelensky said, adding that the "high-level peace conference" ...

San Francisco to prosecute pro-Palestine demonstrators who blocked Bay Bridge

December 22, 2023 -

On Dec. 15, the office of San Francisco District Attorney (DA) Brooke Jenkins said the 80 individuals involved in the protest would be charged with five misdemeanors each. The charges are as follows:

The Nov. 16 protest organized by the groups IfNotNow and Jewish Voice for Peace Action blocked all lanes of westbound traffic into the City by the Bay for more than four hours. It also coincided with the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit ...

Whistleblower nurse exposes DEADLY COVID-19 protocols in Bay Area hospital

December 20, 2023 -

Gail McCrae worked at a hospital at California's Bay Area, notoriously one of the most strictly compliant populations in the country. "We were compliant, not just with the lockdowns and the masking, but also with the COVID-19 injections," she said in an interview. McCrae started her stint at Kaiser Permanente Santa Rosa Medical Center in 2015, but was fired in October 2021 for refusing to take the COVID-19 injections on religious grounds.

McCrae said two things bothered ...

TERRIFYING: Mid-air blowout leaves gaping hole on the side of Boeing 737 Max 9

January 10, 2024 -

Alaska Airlines Flight 1282, a Boeing 737 Max 9, took off from Portland International Airport in Oregon heading for Ontario on Friday, Jan. 5. Just six and a half minutes after takeoff, as the plane was at around 16,000 feet, the aircraft lost a door section of its fuselage, leaving a massive hole on the left side of the plane and decompressing the passenger cabin. (Related: FAKED: Thousands of jet engine parts with falsified safety certificates installed in commercial aircraft....

Mystery buyer of over 52,000 acres in the Bay Area may be planning to build a new city

August 24, 2023 -

The survey, circulated by a company known as Flannery Associates, claims that a ballot initiative might be coming to county residents as early as next year regarding the development of a "new city" in eastern Solano County. (Related: San Francisco's biggest hotels are shutting down due to unpaid debts as fewer tourists visit the crime-riddled, crap-smothered city.)

"This project would include a new city with tens of thousands of homes, a large solar energy farm, orchard ...

Dominant 2021 COVID strain leaves millions without sense of taste and smell – but treatments are available

June 28, 2023 -

Recovering taste and smell after COVID is important for restoring quality of life

The dominant 2021 COVID strain was able to invade and damage the olfactory epithelium. The olfactory epithelium contains specialized cells that are designed to detect smells. These smells are intricately connected to memory and emotion. When these cells are damaged, the signaling process is distorted, altering one’s perception of smell and taste. This damage can also impact one’s ability to process ...

Study shows avocado leaves can help repair injuries in major organs

August 04, 2023 -

Avocado leaf extract and phenolic compounds

In a recent study, researchers found that avocado leaf extracts helped repair heart, kidney and liver injuries. Details of the study were published in the International Journal of Phytomedicine and Phytotherapy.

For the study, researchers turned air-dried avocado leaves into powder and mixed it with 80 percent ethanol for three days. They then freeze-dried the mixture containing the avocado leaf extract.

The researchers ...

MSNBC openly attacks First Amendment, says free speech leaves American democracy “vulnerable”

2 months ago -

In a recent segment on "The Rachel Maddow Show," the University of Michigan law professor complained that it is precisely America's "deep commitment to free speech" that makes the country susceptible to "misinformation."

The author of a new book we will not bother to mention here, McQuade says her "goal" in attacking the First Amendment in her new book is to spark a "national conversation about truth and our commitment to it."

"I hope that by dissecting it, explaining ...

Cancer drug Avastin leaves 12 diabetic patients BLIND, prompting government to launch investigation

September 29, 2023 -

Health authorities in Punjab, Pakistan, where the incident took place say that Avastin, a cancer drug injection made by Swiss pharmaceutical giant Roche, say they are currently probing two distributors of the shot, which contains the active ingredient bevacizumab.

In Pakistan, bevacizumab is licensed for use in the same ways it was first approved for use in the United States back in 2004, particularly in the treatment of colon cancer. Since then, bevacizumab has been ...

3 Health benefits of cranberries, a Thanksgiving staple (recipes included)

November 21, 2023 -

Cranberries have also been linked to a number of impressive health benefits as they can help do the following:Reduce inflammation

Cranberries are packed with antioxidants. In fact, when it comes to fruits, they rank just below blueberries, the so-called king of antioxidants, in antioxidant potency. Those antioxidants help reduce chronic inflammation, which contributes to the development of several chronic diseases, including heart disease, diabetes and cancer.

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4 Science-backed benefits of dark chocolate for the brain

August 15, 2023 -

According to studies, foods that are rich in refined carbohydrates and/or added fats are like tobacco, meaning they trigger strong urges or cravings due to their effects on the brain. In fact, highly processed foods like white and milk chocolate have been found to cause the release of dopamine, the brain chemical associated with rewards and pleasure, at levels similar to nicotine and alcohol.

However, out of the many different types of chocolate (e.g., milk chocolate, ...

Coffee nap: The brain benefits of combining caffeine with sleep

July 19, 2023 -

What's in a cup of joe

Coffee is the most abundant source of caffeine in the human diet. Caffeine is a bitter-tasting chemical that's naturally found in more than 60 different plants, and it's what gives coffee its stimulant effects.

One cup of coffee contains 95 to 200 milligrams (mg) of caffeine, and it's enough to increase your alertness, improve your focus and make you feel energized. Caffeine reaches its peak levels in your blood one hour after drinking coffee, and ...

Left-wing lunatic professor who held NY Post reporter at bay with a machete fired from job

May 28, 2023 -

"Shellyne Rodriguez was sacked by Hunter College just hours after the adjunct professor was caught on camera holding the blade to the veteran reporter’s neck while threatening to 'chop' him up outside her Bronx apartment," The Post reported.

Vince Dimiceli, a spokesman for the college, told the outlet, “Hunter College strongly condemns the unacceptable actions of Shellyne Rodriguez and has taken immediate action. Rodriguez has been relieved of her duties at Hunter College ...

Biden leaves Americans trapped in Israel to fend for themselves as war breaks out

October 15, 2023 -

One of those who happened to be in Israel when the attacks started was former congressional staff and Communications Manager for the nonprofit American Accountability Foundation Yitz Friedman and his wife. The couple was there for their honeymoon as newlyweds. At the same time, they were celebrating a religious holiday at a synagogue near Jerusalem. In the middle of the service, the rabbi announced that reservists should check their phones for orders because the war just broke ...

Enjoy that cup of joe: Here are some science-backed health benefits of CAFFEINE

June 13, 2023 -

Caffeine contributes to pain relief

A brief literature review published March 2016 in Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine found that caffeine helps address migraine when used as an adjuvant treatment. The paper's authors noted that caffeine acts on adenosine receptors that are involved in pain sensations, and the substance is present in some over-the-counter (OTC) pain medications. It noted that caffeine possesses potential to address hypnic headache and postdural puncture headache....

WONDER POWDER: Health benefits of baking soda, a versatile kitchen staple

2 months ago -

Baking soda is known for its myriad of uses. It is used to eliminate odors in enclosed spaces, remove moisture and grease, whiten laundry, clean carpet stains, polish silver and clean surfaces. It can also be used to get rid of weeds and pests, and can also be used to extinguish fires caused by oil and grease.

But baking soda isn't just for the kitchen. Here are some health benefits of baking soda. (Related: Baking soda is a super household aid.)Supports healthy energy ...

Studies reveal potential benefits of chlorophyll in cancer prevention and treatment

January 10, 2024 -

Chlorophyll, primarily found in green leafy vegetables like spinach, kale and broccoli, is known for its role in photosynthesis – the process by which plants convert sunlight into energy. Recent studies have shed light on its potential health benefits in cancer prevention and treatment.

A study published in the Journal of Cancer Prevention Research tested the effects of spinach extract enriched with chlorophyll on 12,000 animals to learn how it affects markers of biological ...